Environmental Scientist/Engineer

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

ERG is seeking a highly motivated and energetic environmental scientist or engineer for a full-time position located onsite at a federal facility in the Adams County, PA, area. The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a dynamic contractor/government team performing technical work and managing environmental projects for a federal government client. 

Job Description:

• Air permitting, compliance, and implementation:
• Petroleum storage tank compliance (aboveground (ASTs) and underground storage tanks (USTs))
• Multimedia environmental compliance inspections




• Environmental Regulatory Compliance Stormwater Permitting and Implementation:
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit Renewal Application and annual report




• Natural Resources support:
• Bird, bat, and deer surveys
• Periodic deer exclusion fence repairs
• Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) as needed
• Perform Environmental Assessments (EAs) as required
• Develop technical briefings, reports, and memos to communicate the program requirements and effectiveness of environmental initiatives
• Job Hazards Analysis (JHA) as required for project implementation
• Create and provide training for various environmental compliance programs as required by the client
• Respond to other environmental concerns/issues required by the client and ensure all reporting and deliverable deadlines are met

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum five years experience managing and implementing environmental compliance programs at federal facilities or private industry with state regulators
• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, environmental science, or similar degree
• Strong technical and quantitative analysis skills, proficiency in technical writing, and interacting with various types of staff at various levels in an organization
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to always maintain attention to detail
• Management of multiple projects and activities
• Ability to manage tasks as needed
• Work well with others on completing deliverables
• A security clearance level of Secret is required for this position, which is onsite at a federal facility

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.

You are not required to display your age, date of birth, or the dates of attendance or graduation from school on your transcript or any other document on your application. 

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As ERG is a friendly, flexible, inclusive environment and has clients who are committed to making the world a better place, ERGers are incredibly dedicated. We promote and recognize principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.